Questions About Curcuma Plants

Recently a friend of mine gave a Siam-Curcuma to me as a gift, it looks so beautiful. I would like to know whether I can keep plant growing long in Alberta (Canada) with the temperature during summer months sometimes going up to 30C or more, while in winter time goes down to -30C with winds. In this type of temperature, can the Siam Curcuma take it or not?

I planted Siam tulips last spring. I cut them down to ground level in early winter. What approximate date would I expect them to start to emerge this spring? I was hoping to see them start to come up by now. Thank you.

Answered by Nikki on March 16, 2014Certified Expert

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I would give them a little bit longer. You should see growth by mid April.

I just came into possession of 4 pots of Curcuma. What are the planting requirements to keep them in good health and blooming? Thank you.

Answered by Downtoearthdigs on September 3, 2015Certified Expert

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Ths really depends on the tpe you have as there are a number of curcuma varieties, which can include Siam tulips (Curcuma alismatifolia), hidden ginger (Curcuma petiolata), turmeric (Curcuma longa),etc. For generalized care, this article should help: https://www.ehow.com/way_5162054_growing-curcuma.html